Monty's Inn - New Forest

Went on Saturday night and the place was empty, about six tables so asked for a table for two. Waiter looked me up and down as if I was not fit to dine here and said I needed a reservation. I said you seem quiet and have many free tables but he just frowned and said sorry. I felt really unwelcome and made me and my friend who was not British decent very unwelcome with not even the offer of a drink. Never experienced this but felt we were racially profiled and just did not fit in with other customers. The atmosphere was like a wake inside and also so totally insulted so would not recommend the service one bit.......

Called for a drink last Wednesday. First pint poured was sour and had to be replaced. Asked for crisps but was told that an order was awaited so out of stock. Then charged £10.50 for a pint and a large coke. Till wasn't working so had to pay in the hotel reception. This is a bar adjoined to supposedly one of the best hotels in Hampshire. Nothing here to encourage another visit. Perhaps if they had any opposition in town service might improve?

We had two really delicious meals here and the service was impeccable! However £20 for a single burger is a little steep, especially as you don’t get many chips with it. A beautiful venue nonetheless and a bonus that they’re so dog friendly too!

Ate in the pub side in a fantastic window booth. The Sunday lunch was excellent. Not 5* as the service was a bit hit and miss. Confusion over whether the roasts were gluten free or not, took ages to get a decent sized tee jug and clean glasses for the table, asked for a Virgin Mary which was a let down. Wouldn’t put me off going again.

Exceptionally overpriced Gin and tonic £11.50 Bitter £6.50. Two drinks, £18 no atmosphere no music bar person was very friendly we would’ve eaten and had another drink but felt ripped off. What a shame. Lovely location, and lovely building.